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Dr. Krishnasree Rao, MD
Richmond, VA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Krishnasree Rao, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (804) 828-2161.
Is Dr. Rao board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Krishnasree Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Rao typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Rao diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Rao. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Weak heart
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Krishnasree Rao may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Rao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-2161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Rao in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dept Of Internal Medicine/Cardiology
1250 E Marshall St
Richmond, VA 23298
(804) 828-2161
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881894350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Krishnasree Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Richmond, VA.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Krishnasree Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Krishnasree Rao accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Krishnasree Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krishnasree Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (804) 828-2161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krishnasree Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (804) 828-2161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Krishnasree Rao have?
Dr. Krishnasree Rao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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